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Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Rouen to Rennes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £28 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 39m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, while a flight costs an average of £246.
Distance: 251 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Flight | Driving |
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£28 Average Price Cheapest | £82 Average Price | £246 Average Price | £53 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 59m Average total duration 5h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 39m Average total duration Fastest 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 7m Average total duration 2h 7m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare the available ways to get from Rouen to Rennes, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Rouen to Rennes:
A coach is £55 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rouen to Rennes costing on average £82.
A coach is £218 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rouen to Rennes costing on average £246.
Other travel options to Rennes take longer:
Flight takes on average 4h 7m.
Coach takes on average 5h 59m.
Tickets start at around £28 compared to roughly £53 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £25. The journey takes 5h 29m versus 3h 14m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
How to get to Rennes from Rouen by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Rouen to Rennes is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Rennes are Saint-Malo, Paris, Nantes, Vannes and Brest. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Rennes on Omio.
Saint-Malo is a walled coastal city in Brittany known for its ramparts, beaches and seafaring history. Its old town, shaped by merchants and corsairs, feels compact, rugged and closely tied to the sea.
Paris is known for elegant streets, major museums and a cultural identity shaped by art, fashion and café life. Along the Seine, grand landmarks sit beside neighbourhoods that still feel local and lived in.
Nantes is known for its maritime history, inventive culture and the striking Machines de l'Île. Historic quarters, green spaces and a relaxed Loire-side setting give the city an easy-going character.
Vannes is a historic Breton city on the Gulf of Morbihan, known for medieval walls, timber-framed houses and a lively marina. Its compact centre mixes old stone streets with markets and easy access to the coast.
Brest is a modern Atlantic port in western Brittany with a strong naval and maritime character. It is best known for its harbour, the Pont de Recouvrance and Océanopolis, with sea views shaping much of the city.
Travel to Rennes easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Rouen to Rennes.
This is compared to other travel options from Rouen to Rennes:
A coach is £55 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rouen to Rennes costing on average £82.
A coach is £218 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rouen to Rennes costing on average £246.
Other travel options to Rennes take longer:
Flight takes on average 4h 7m.
Coach takes on average 5h 59m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Rouen and Rennes as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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